New Business Property and Casualty Underwriter in Manchester

Location: Manchester, Hybrid. Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

The opportunity: We are currently seeking an experienced New Business P&C Underwriter to join our experienced and highly successful team of underwriters in Manchester. As an experienced New Business P&C Underwriter, you will play a critical role in our underwriting team. You will be responsible for assessing and underwriting new business opportunities, ensuring profitable growth, and maintaining strong relationships with brokers and clients. Your expertise will contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality insurance products and services.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

• Evaluate and underwrite New Business P&C insurance applications.
• Analyse risk factors and determine appropriate coverage and pricing.
• Collaborate with brokers, agents, and clients to gather necessary information and negotiate terms.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive business growth.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to brokers and clients.

• Proven experience as a New Business P&C Underwriter, with a focus on new business.
• Strong knowledge of insurance products and underwriting practices.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in insurance software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACII) are preferred.

Zurich offers a wide range of employee benefits. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can tailor their benefits throughout the year. Benefits include:

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme
• Annual company bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Option to buy up to 20 additional days or sell some of your holiday

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. We’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company. We’re committed to continuous improvement and offer access to training and development opportunities.

Zurich values diversity and inclusion and is committed to fair treatment of all applicants. We foster wellbeing and provide access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We support volunteering and have Zurich Community Trust, one of the UK’s longest-established corporate trusts, which has awarded grants and volunteered time valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Be part of Zurich.

We focus on creating an inclusive environment and supporting our employees’ wellbeing across physical, mental, social and financial perspectives. We provide access to private medical insurance, virtual GP appointments, discounted gym membership and other wellbeing resources.

• Financials: 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, Annual company bonus, Income protection, Life cover – four times your salary
• Time away: 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays, Option to swap UK bank holidays for days with cultural or religious significance, Option to buy up to 20 more days or sell some holiday, Three days paid volunteering, Up to 16 weeks of full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Your health is important to us: Private medical insurance, Virtual GP appointments, Discounted gym membership, Free flu jab, Access to wellbeing support from our partners

We’re making a difference: Zurich is committed to sustainable impact and community support, including the Zurich Community Trust.